Ayush Institute inks MoU with Safdarjung Hospital to boost menopause research
19-Nov-25 08:03:22
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New Delhi, 19 November 2025. The Central Ayurveda Research Institute under the Ministry of Ayush has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital to strengthen research and clinical protocols for menopause care. The partnership is designed to bring Ayurveda and modern medicine together for peri and postmenopausal health in a large tertiary setting in Delhi.
Why this MoU matters
India has a growing population of women in midlife who often face fragmented care for hot flashes, sleep disturbance, mood changes, bone health, and metabolic risk. The MoU aims to address these gaps by building standard operating procedures, outcomes tracking, and training for clinicians and therapists.
Quote for pullout:
“Menopause is a natural transition. Women deserve care that is safe, evidence informed, and personalized to their lives.”
What the collaboration covers
The partners will work on the following pillars:
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Joint clinics. Co managed services where Ayurveda experts and modern medicine specialists assess patients together and co create care plans.
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Standardized protocols. Clear guidance for assessment, risk screening, diet and lifestyle support, yoga, stress modulation, and targeted herbals when appropriate.
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Safety and quality. Emphasis on doctor supervised Panchakarma, hygiene standards, and quality assured medicines.
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Training and capacity building. Workshops and hands on training for doctors and therapists across Delhi NCR and partner sites.
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Research and data. Prospective studies that use validated tools such as menopause symptom scores, sleep quality indices, bone and metabolic markers, and patient reported outcomes.
How care may improve for patients
Patients typically want clarity on what to do at home, which therapies are appropriate, and when to seek further tests. The collaboration is expected to produce stepwise pathways that are easy to follow and measurable.
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Personalization. Plans can be aligned with Prakriti and Vikriti insights along with work schedule, sleep window, and dietary preferences.
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Monitoring. Progress can be tracked every 4 to 6 weeks using symptom frequency, sleep hours, physical activity, and recommended labs when needed.
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Continuity. Structured follow up and communication protocols can improve adherence and reduce drop offs.
Quote for pullout:
“Integrative pathways do not replace modern diagnostics. They add lifestyle and traditional knowledge where evidence and safety are clear.”
The bigger picture for women’s health
Integrative models are gaining ground in tertiary hospitals because they help address chronic symptoms that affect quality of life. In menopause care, this means a focus on sleep, stress, bone health, weight management, and cardiometabolic risk. The MoU signals a formal step toward developing reproducible models that other hospitals can adopt.
What to watch next
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Announcement of clinic days and referral pathways at Safdarjung Hospital.
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Publication of the first protocol driven studies from the joint team.
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Training calendar for clinicians and therapists in Delhi NCR.
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Patient education materials on diet, routines, yoga, and safe use of Ayurvedic formulations.
Guidance for readers
If you are navigating midlife changes, seek care from qualified clinicians and verified centres. Ask for a plan that fits your routine and health history, and track your progress regularly. Always follow your specialist’s advice before starting or stopping any therapy.
Source: The Statesman coverage and institutional communication.
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